I almost returned this until I found out the EcoBoulder has a hidden Equalizer w/ 5 Presets: 1)Default (poor sound) 2)Jazz, 3)Rock, 4)Heavy Bass, 5)Heavy Treble.
Just hold Play/Pause button for 1 second & release to try each preset. FYI-the EQ presets only works with Bluetooth. This is perfect with my streaming music apps. SEE PIX.
My favorite is preset is Heavy Treble (clear). I couldn't hear the differences among Default, Jazz, & Rock presets. Maybe noticeable when it's blasting outside.
At first, I thought the poor sound was due to waterproof seals. I guess the manufacture forgot to mention this EQ option on their website and user manuals. Sound issue was also answered in the Q&A section if you have time to search the list.
I purchased a refurb of this speaker to take to Burning Man 2017, and it did NOT disappoint! The speaker is loud, durable, dust resistant and the battery seems to last forever. We would use it around camp and it only needed to be plugged in once a day for a few hours, and we never ran out of juice. I dragged it around the playa using the handle and wheels and got it really REALLY dusty, didn't complain, and made a great seat out on the playa.
Did I mention how LOUD this thing plays? None of us could believe it, but we certainly appreciated it! Plus the fact that it worked the entire 9 days that we were on playa is a testament to its durability. Everything seems to break down out there, but not the EXOGEAR playa proof portable speaker.
STOP!! SOUND QUALITY/VOLUME WARNING.
Long review made short.
I am comparing this to my Bose Sound link Mini which I love and produces an unbelievable amount of bass for its size.
At first I was not impressed with this unit out of the box.
Highs were good.
Mids were good.
Lows.. ok I guess.
After searching for the EQ settings and flipping through the owners/operators Manual I couldn't seem to find any.
However, remembering I had read someone complaining about low bass in and adjusting on the EQ I began to search reviews to find where the reviewer was adjusting.
By pressing and holding the play/pause button for one (1) second while playing music, you can select from 5 different EQ Settings.
I now keep mine unit on "heavy bass".
Now, here is my rating on the sound quality.
Rating 1 to 10. (10 being best).
Highs: 8
Mids:8
Lows: 8
Volume:8
I am satisfied with this speaker quality so far, I have not taken it on any trips or outing yet but will update on durability after beach vacation next month.
Overall, without going to professional sound equipment this unit unit is impressive.
Also be prepared to wait for this unit to arrive.
The unit took 14 days to arrive at my door (4 days longer than they estimated)
Also company did not provide tracking number until I inquired on the first day it was late.
This speaker is one of the best things I have ever purchased! Just unpacking the unit, it looked and felt like good quality. The sound is amazing and I am extremely happy with this purchase thus far. I am looking forward to taking this on the dock with me this summer so I can actually hear the music when in the water!
Unfreakin believable. Worth ever penny. You will not be disappointed...
Feature Product
- 100% Waterproof and dustproof - meets IP67 international standards, no worries with rain, dirt or snow, drop the EcoBoulder in your pool, lake or ocean, no worries - it floats
- Double up the sound with EcoConnect that allows the connection of 2 EcoBoulders (mono or stereo mode) within 30 feet of each other; Bluetooth 4.1 allows you to stream from up to 100 feet away
- 100-Watts dynamic power amplifier for massive Sound; SLA Rechargeable Battery
- Plug in to a standard AC wall power for continious play, or unplugged on the built-in battery for 10 hours at full volume
- Waterproof removable storage compartment allows you to keep your phone and accessories dry; External microphone jack for PA or Karaoke function (mic sold separately)
Description
Pump up any outdoor gathering in an easy and user-friendly fashion with the ECOBOULDER! This fully submersible speaker will pump some serious tunes with its 100 watts of power, an 8” full range speaker, 3” tweeter plus an 8” passive woofer! It’s designed to survive any outdoor elements such as water, dirt, and debris which are sure to present themselves at outdoor parties. The EcoBoulder also delivers 10 hours of playtime at full volume and 100 hours of standby time, meaning guaranteed battery life for an entire day of fun before needing to recharge. Take it with you with a telescoping handle and oversized outdoor wheels to offer easy transportation!
Awesome Speaker !!!!! Works great alone but I use 2 and pair them together for my micro DJ set up. Appears to be a true 100 watt system (50 rms) and has a great sound with good lows and highs. Sounds even better with the DJ controller/mixer I use which allows me to adjust the mids, treble, and bass. I know this unit is not designed for the Mobile DJ but works great for those small and quick setups. Especially when there is no power supply. The sound quality competes with the other 8 inch battery speakers on the market (such as the American Audio and the Behringer) and in my opinion, blows them away. The unit does not come with a microphone but I use the Fifine wireless microphone system with my set. This microphone system has a small unit that can be plugged into the Eco Boulder. The microphone receiver is battery powered, but the charge only last 3 hours or so. However, I plug this into the USB port on the Eco Boulder and it remains charged the entire time. I use 1 receiver in each speaker ( make sure they are on the same channel ). The microphone comes through nice and loud on the Eco Boulder but you do have to monitor your volume.
The passive sub that is built into this speaker is really noticeable and the driver is distinct, especially when you remember that this is all from an 8 inch battery powered speaker. With the water proof design, I can already imagine additional applications. Not to mention this unit being dust proof which will help with outdoor and beach applications.
Look, I have been a DJ for well over 30 years and I don't get impressed often. But I am with this unit. Quality build, great sound, and a competitive price. I am so impressed that I plan on contacting the company and sharing my feedback.
I have found a way to place these on speaker poles for now, ( I use OnStage Stands speaker pole adapters and some heavy duty Velcro straps ). But, if the company decides to market these to mobile DJs, they will need to add a port/hole underneath.
Again, Awesome Speaker
It's a very solid portable speaker with a good sound after making a few adjustments to the EQ settings on the speaker and on your phone as others have suggested. Without using an external EQ, the sound is flat and dull. I have a small collection of portable speakers, from JBL and Bose down to a waterproof G-Drop. The problem I constantly keep running into with those speakers is that they're too small and not very loud when it comes to tailgating or pretty much anything in open space, the other issue is their battery life.
I was set on picking up the ION Explorer Outback based on it being a 100 watt speaker, long battery life, replaceable battery and a good sound based on other reviews until I found the EcoBoulder. This speaker is the best bang for the money, considering that my Bose Sound Link, Sound Dock II and JBL (that died) were in the same price range and they didn't have half of the features or battery life the EcoBoulder has. It's waterproof so you can take it on a tube float and don't have to worry about someone spilling beer on it, it's loud with a long battery life so you can tailgate with it, the battery is replaceable and it includes a 3 year parts and labor warranty. You just can't beat that.
I work as a professional DJ, so I can speak for my gear and this speaker is LEGIT. Let me preface that I DO NOT use this in an DJ environment, as its solely used on my pontoon boat.
Great little setup, well built and if you're looking for ' bang for your buck ' this is the unit. Excellent battery life, plug and play with my BT device and sounds great! Arrived with a small charge so I could give it a listen right away and I wasn't disappointed. Bass is decent, mids and high's are nice and crisp too.. From Too $hort to Bon Jovi this speaker gets it done.
Where do I begin? Well, after a long and in depth look into all these larger and portable blue tooth speakers I finally settled on the Ecoxgear speaker as I felt it best aligned for the use I intended. I own my own fitness company and was looking for something both highly functional and safe to use outdoors in any condition. This speaker fits the bill!
Not only is it built like a beast but this thing is LOUD! It is capable of MEGA volume and will not disappoint. Keep in mind this is more of a PA quality sound than a boom box. It will give you crisp highs, decent mids but MEH on the low end. Even changing the sound options to other settings using the button mentioned on other reviews, this still lacks low bass. BUT I wasn't looking for a party speaker so this does not subtract any stars from my review.
The features list is abundant and with all it is capable of I highly suggest this speaker over the rest!
For $130, the sound is great! I got a refurbished unit at a great price. I can't comment on the life of the battery or if it is indeed water proof but the those features are promising and I'm enjoying the audio quality. I couldn't get it to distort at its higgest volume until my brother played a bass specific song made for bass enthusiasts. Other than that, any normal song out there sounds just fine. Max volume can get pretty loud. I have recommended this unit to others. My dad has one, my bro will order one, and just last night I impressed my cousin who will now get one too (maybe two since his son might jack it and take it to college with him). The lack of a ported enclosure to keep it water proof eliminates the boomy bass that many people like. But the sealed enclosure still produces nice and tight bass that I equally love. The longevity of the speaker when it encounters morning due or mist is a major plus for me.
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